Victim Of Fatal McLean Fire Identified: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Virginia and Washington, DC, on Thursday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

• Victim Of Fatal McLean Fire Identified
• Suspicious Person Approaches Kid Walking Home In Lincolnia
• Fire Station To Be Rebuilt In Alexandria's Beverly Hills Area

Dog Poop Argument Gets Ugly In NoVa: Police

A dispute over dog poop got messy and prompted an arrest this week in Northern Virginia, police say.

Skateboarding Pug Spotted On DC Sidewalks (Video)

There's a pug in our area named Mr. Butts who has his own Instagram account and can be seen skateboarding on local sidewalks. Yes, really. There's video below to prove it.

DC's Cherry Blossoms May Be Doomed: Reports

WASHINGTON, DC -- The District is getting ready to celebrate the cherry blossoms again this spring, but some are posting sobering reminders that the long-term fate of the trees may be sealed.

Dead Puppies Found Near Dumpster In NoVa: Police

Police are seeking a person for leaving two dead puppies in Northern Virginia.

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